got to try

doesn't it look yummy? with spf, thank'ya very much. gotta have it. $22.50. i also purchased this little goody recently...can you tell i'm just a tad obsessed with anything related to lips? in other important news, all i want to be doing is reading whilst wearing stripes. next to a wall of windows. in the sun. mmm yessss...

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short hair monday

happy workin' monday, friends! isn't she darling? makes me want to cut my hair all over again. and i love her gold nails. hope you had a lovely, restful weekend. more later, xo

ps. i want this watch. so delicate and fun, and you can choose a variety of band colors!

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giddy'up: friday links

hooty hoo, it's friday beeeetches. after a weird and somewhat off week, the weekend is finally here! drinks , antiquing , organizing and not much else. making time for the gym; finding my inner chi. and let the friday links commence. toodles! x

me love kate spade!
twin obsession, gorgeous.
bless this quote.
good afternoon, indeed.
i swoon, stone cold fox.
vogue diaries, natalie portman.
love birds.
cardigan and boots.
adore this coffee table.

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i'm sorry....

...hello, Milan! ;)

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trekkin

hey! its monday again...and im just trekking along. how darling is this gal, boots and all? i need a bike ride in the sun (or a place without rain at least), stat. and a very happiest 30th birthday to my beautiful sister. here's to accomplished goals and welcomed adventure! xo,

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what say ye, friday?

has this not been the LONGEST week imaginable!? i honestly could not believe that today was just now friday...wasn't monday, like, centuries ago? but either way, here we are; spent, tired, emotional, cranky, running on my last few fumes. however, busting in my boots im so excited to see my sister, cousins and cousin's baby (aka, "Pants") tonight.

the details: in 2 hours, dinner with 2 besties, wine and dessert with my luvies tonight, ele's deli tomorrow with shopping (but sticking to my budget, resolution #1!), drinks and dancing with the best people in the world saturday eve, my monthly massage sunday, seeing country strong and finishing the evening off with the golden globes. as for monday (a day off!), who knows!?

weekend, bring it. xo,

photos 1, 2, 3, 4

ballet buns

how adorable and unique are these buns? loving them! the makeup ain't bad either...

oh...bless.

makes my heart melt.

happy 1st!

welcome, december!

looking forward to holiday parties, gifting and gilded nail polish.
xx,


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mod monday

monday is bizzack!

trying to stay motivated but i've already chugged my coffee.

but on a more important note, i love this shot. i adore her super mod bangs and dress. check out more photos here.

a tartan tale

MAC's new holiday collection.

how fun and euro! i love it.

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see more here and here

xo,

the hair, the scarf, the gloves.

swoooooon.

brilliant, bardot! ;)

going coastal

wine tasting and bandon dunes! mmm yess....

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hooty hoo

what a fabulous ring, no?

photograph by Kris Atomic, UK

also see more 1010 Project photos here.

on another random note, have you heard of Rent the Runway?

designer duds without the designer price.

im swooning over this dress.

xx,

hiya wednesday!

eeeks, how is it wednesday? so much to do, so little time. sorry for being so MIA- was in missoula watching and cheering my dearest friend run her first marathon! inspiring nonetheless. and now, back to work. so, HAPPY HUMP DAY friends and i'll be back later this week (hopefully!) with some lovely links and things.

xo,

and the heat is on!

+ wildfox

there is a heat advisory in portland today. and it's supposed to be 100* tomorrow. well well...from 60* to 97*, summer in the NW has surely arrived, my people. i biked to work today (yes, on my must-do summer list, check please!) and a pleasant (not!) streak of sweat begin to develop under my bangs whilst i was wearing my helmet, peddling up this godforsaken demon of a hill, while trying to catch my breath and dodge oncoming cars. now, i probably don't smell my best and my sweatproof makeup is not so sweatproof anymore, but hey, there is practically no one in the building today and FINALLY, i can feel (hear?) the heat searing the sidewalk. but i digress- really, who wouldn't love to be lazily laying in a meadow with nothing to do but nap and drink bubbly (and in gorgeous white frocks)? that's what i call my reality.

and maybe i miss my blonde hair? (but that's a subject entirely of its own).

stay cool, friends!

xo,

hello, friends.

hi there. my name is beebs and im a stripe-aholic.
call me crazy, but i just can't get enough. stripes stripes and more stripes. (clothing, decor and accessories). but i digress. to follow my dear friend over at mangia, i thought i would write myself a little summer must-do list. here goes.

eat the best burger in town.
learn how to paddle board (and sail and wakeboard...ok, all water sports)
go berry picking. and eat lots of fruit.
bike to work a few times a month (+)
check off 5 books from my summer reading list (whilst in the sun!)
take lots of pictures (and frame them).
stop biting my nails.
procure more striped items in my wardrobe.
wear plenty of sunscreen (no burns this summer, please!)
vacay at the oregon coast.
go antiquing like a mad woman.
find my next perfect perfume.

what about your summer must-do's? any beauty must haves?

images: 1 dress design & decor/ 2&4 pics and models/ 3 sacramento street

wednesday: : loveliness

how lovely is this shot? (although somewhat 'out of season' for right now). but that dress...to die for. it's finally feeling like the summer months here in the NW; warm air, sunny skies and ice cream galore. much too much going on at work this week, so i will try to post when i can. otherwise, wear your spf and enjoy the loveliness this week!

xo,

image credit i can't remember

Summer, Vere Are Ju!?

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i'm a sucker...

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...for trying new products. hence, the birth of this blog. so while i had the monday blues at work (don't we all, some days?) i decided to take a trip over to my beloved walgreens for an update to my makeup bag. i've been dying to try some certain goodies.

and here they are (click on the product titles below to see more)... plus, i signed up for the rewards card (not a credit card- god knows i dont need any more of those) and i saved almost $30! yeah.

Revlon Spa Illuminator (in light pink face), $12

perfectly serves as a light coverup and spf lotion, for the days you don't want to pile on the foundation.

gives gorgeous shimmer but nothing over the top.

Revlon ColorStay Mineral Bronzer (in honey), $12

safe and nourishing minerals for the face with a blend of pinks and browns for any face.

doesn't go on heavy or cakey- you can really add layers of this without looking like jersey shores.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss (in peach petal), $7

im a MAC addict, however, sometimes i just can't shell out the dough. ive been craving a good, nude/pink gloss that is thick and glossy. well ladies, this is it. perfect for all skin types, even you olive ones.

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Loose Powder Foundation (in classic ivory), $13

i have yet to try this gem, however, i know im a huge fan of anything loose and full of natural ingredients. mix this with my revlon illuminator and im sure to have glowing summer skin. i'll get back on this one.

Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Concealer Kit (in fair), $12

a mini jar with creamy (but substantial) concealer on top, with illuminating finishing powder underneath.

blends easily and gives full coverage- the soft illuminating powder gives a nifty reflecting light under the eyes so you don't look so dead. i also added this around my cheek bones. use before and after foundation powder if you wish.

There is something to be said about simplicity and a natural face. However, sometimes a girls just gotta spruce it up. I decided to stick with Revlon and Neutrogena for a few reasons:

1. Neutrogena is always natural looking, soft and predictable. I never break out with this stuff and it is never heavy.

2. Revlon has some good ish right now! nicely done.

3. Both Revlon and Neutrogena were having savings- buy one, get the other 50% off (how could i resist?)

so instead of spending almost $100 on products like these at say, MAC or Bobbi Brown, try your local walgreens for about $42.

xo,